The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs face off in the second game of their three-game series at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Cubs secured a 5-3 victory in Game 1, powered by home runs from Seiya Suzuki and Pete Crow-Armstrong, while the Brewers look to bounce back and even the series.
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 7:05 PM ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Wisconsin, Marquee Sports Network
Team Overview & Recent Form
Milwaukee Brewers (39-35, 18-18 Away)
The Brewers suffered a tough loss in Game 1, despite a two-run homer from Isaac Collins and an RBI single from Joey Ortiz. Milwaukee has been inconsistent, winning five of its last 10 games, but remains in second place in the NL Central.
Key Players to Watch
- Christian Yelich – Leads the Brewers with 14 home runs and 43 RBI.
- Jackson Chourio – Batting .259, with 18 doubles and 12 home runs.
- Freddy Peralta (SP) – 6-4 record, 2.60 ERA, coming off a seven-inning, one-run outing vs. St. Louis.
Chicago Cubs (45-28, 24-11 Home)
The Cubs secured a statement win in Game 1, thanks to Suzuki’s three-run homer in the fifth inning and Crow-Armstrong’s solo shot in the eighth. Chicago has won seven of its last 10 games, maintaining its first-place position in the NL Central.
Key Players to Watch
- Pete Crow-Armstrong – Leads the Cubs with 18 home runs and 57 RBI.
- Kyle Tucker – Batting .277, with 13 home runs and 48 RBI.
- Jameson Taillon (SP) – 7-3 record, 3.48 ERA, looking to build off a six-inning, two-run outing vs. Pittsburgh.
Tactical Analysis & Key Matchups
- Brewers’ Offense vs. Cubs’ Pitching – Milwaukee ranks top 10 in runs scored, while Chicago’s rotation has been dominant.
- Home Run Battle – The Cubs have hit 85 home runs, ranking third in MLB, while the Brewers have 75, ranking 15th.
- Starting Pitcher Duel – Peralta’s elite control vs. Taillon’s ground-ball dominance.
Chicago’s home-field advantage and power-hitting lineup give them the edge, but Milwaukee’s strong pitching staff could make this a competitive game. Expect a tight battle, with the Cubs likely securing a second straight win.
Game Odds
Milwaukee Brewers 8
Chicago Cubs – 159
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 17, 2025
